Supplier Management; Individual Contributor

Overview

Safran Electrical & Power – Supplier Performance Management (Individual Contributor Role)

Company: Safran Electrical & Power
Job Field: Purchasing
Location: Sarasota, Florida, United States
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Duration: Full-time

The essence of the SPM mission is to protect Safran operations through upstream supplier surveillance, de-risking plan and mitigation actions at supplier sites. The SPM will drive the operational performance of a panel of production suppliers. Main responsibilities are as follows:

• Lead and execute supplier performance initiatives to ensure on-time delivery, consistent quality, and operational excellence.
• Manage supplier assessments, development programs, and escalation processes in alignment with Safran's supply chain strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for critical supplier improvement activities, collaborating across internal teams and supplier leadership.
• Support crisis management and recovery for underperforming suppliers to protect customer delivery schedules and product quality.
• Communicate performance risks, progress updates, and improvement plans to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Supplier Monitoring, Evaluation & Approval
• Evaluate and assess supplier risk and define appropriate monitoring plans as per established procedures.
• Execute the Monitoring Plan by performing Annual and Monthly Performance Review, baseline assessments, and conducting supplier site visits and audits (scheduled and ad hoc) to assess capability, capacity, and compliance.
• Supplier Performance Management
• Drive improvements in supplier logistics and quality performance using KPIs, scorecards, root cause analysis and action plans.
• Lead and manage the supplier escalation process for delivery delays or nonconformance issues.
• Track and expedite critical and escalated parts using tools like Line of Balance (LOB), Work-in-Process (WIP) trackers, and MRP diagnostics.
• Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement
• Coach suppliers on APQP, Lean principles and process optimization to ensure sustainable improvements.
• Define Supplier Development key targets based on business requirements and manage their flow down and implementation.
• Cross-Functional Program Management
• Partner with Engineering, Commodity Managers, and Operations to ensure sourcing alignment and effective program ramp-ups.
• Resolve supplier-related roadblocks (e.g., documentation issues, first article approvals, change requests) that impact delivery schedules.
• Conduct regular briefings with Supplier Performance teams and Business Units on supplier status and escalations.
• OTHER ACTIVITIES
• Support strategic supply base optimization and relationship management with preferred and strategic partners.
• Participate in or lead special projects focused on supply chain resilience, supplier transitions, and productivity improvement.
• Contribute to internal process improvement initiatives to streamline supplier performance workflows within Safran.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.

Minimum

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related discipline or, in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an Associate's degree with 15 additional years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Supply Chain, Supplier Management, Program Management or Supplier Development.
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain operations, procurement strategies, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong understanding of quality systems, continuous improvement tools (APQP, Lean, Six Sigma), and production planning methods.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and logistics performance measurement tools such as LOB and WIP trackers.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, especially in high-pressure environments.
• Ability to manage multiple supplier engagements concurrently, including remote coordination and on-site interventions.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex supplier recovery projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• APICS CPIM 8.0 or CSCP or equivalent supply chain certification.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP).
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly complex manufacturing environments.
• SAP system experience
• APQP core tools (PFD, PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, PPAP).

• Supplier performance KPIs & improvements (Logistics & Quality).
• Service rate to SEP sites and action plan success to avoid impacts.
• Risk assessment rituals and mitigation plans efficiency.
• Surveillance Plan execution progress & efficiency.
• Supplier maturity improvements through Baseline and/or Supplier Development.
• Internal customer satisfaction on…